EMAIL... Week 37

Hola All! 

The weeks are flying by! So much to do and lives to touch...we are definitely anxiously engaged in a great cause! Sweet experiences with the Condega group. Elder K interviewed two men to receive the Melchizedek Priesthood. These humble men have changed their lives to follow the Savior, and it's truly humbling for us to witness. We also had the opportunity to attend their Noche de Hermanamiento. It was in the front "yard" of one of the men who had been interviewed, and he gave a great message. He read from Luke the story of the rich young ruler asking the Savior what else he needed to do to inherit eternal life. He had kept all of the commandments since his youth. When the Savior told him then to sell all that he had and give it to the poor, and then to come and follow him, the young man was sad, for he couldn't give up his great riches. We talked about what things of the world or our personal vices are keeping us from fully following Christ, so we too can have eternal life. Great comments and spirit! We topped off the night with a fun game, that we can't wait to play with our family, and Nica enchiladas...the tostada kind. Such special people, striving each day to improve their lives, so they can receive eternal life. Awesome examples for us!

We were also able to visit a family, who we have taught several times, but had been a bit evasive the last couple of months. The Elders went to visit them, and they welcomed them in. The mother is going through a major health issue, and the Elders were truly prompted to go to their home right then. The estranged husband was there, along with the 3 kids, one being a returned missionary. They were all crying and so upset. The Elders gave a message, and the mother asked them to give her a blessing, which they happily did. The father thanked them for coming, and all asked that they come back again soon. They told them they'd bring us the next day. We watched, "Because of Him" on Elder K's laptop. The spirit was strong and we talked about the blessings of The Atonement and what we all need to do to be able to fully access it. If you haven't seen it, please watch it on lds.org. You won't regret it!

Fun of the week...we made homemade pizzas with the Elders and Hermanas, when we fed them lunch. The Latinos like pizza, too! I used the extra dough to make cinnamon rolls, and they were a hit as well. We love these young missionaries and feel so blessed to be able to work and serve with them. Food and transportation are how we show it! Most of the Latinos are recent converts themselves, and some are the only member in their family. Their level of testimony and commitment to the Gospel amaze us! They are rock stars! 

Thanks to all of you! You each hold a special part in our lives and hearts! Have a great week! We love you! Les amamos ustedes!

Love,

Elder and Hermana Koelliker